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Most English country houses, like Chatsworth, were built between the 17th and 18th centuries by the aristocracy to impress and attract royalty. The Duke of Devonshire explains that Chatsworth's immense size reflects its purpose: to house and entertain visiting monarchs. A magnificent suite, built in 1686 for King William and Queen Mary, remained unused by them, though Edward VII visited frequently (1901-1910) and George V and Queen Mary visited in 1913. The Cavendish family, who owned Chatsworth, held significant political power (one member served as Prime Minister, 1756-1757), a power they no longer wield, yet their estates remain vast.

most english country houses were built during the 17th and 18th centuries by the aristocracy, the duke likes to explain the historical background to chatsworth. visitors arrive, see this huge buildings in this vast parkland. and wonder why it is so big. the reason is that my ancestors built a house fit for a king. it was designed to impress. and to persuade royalty to visit. in 1686 the First Duke built a magnificent suite for a royal visit from king william and Queen mary. unfortunately they didn't come. however. much later edward VII was a frequent visitors between 1901 and 1910.George V and Queen mary visited in 1913. many of the cavendish family were politicians, one. william cavendish, was prime minister from 1756_1757.today, families like the cavendish's no longer have the same political influence. but their estates are still huge